Patrick Grant Knihy

Exploring the intersection of spirituality and ethnonationalism, this work examines how spiritual traditions can be co-opted by groups engaged in conflict. It delves into the complexities of cultural appropriation and the implications for identity and community in times of strife. Through various case studies, the book highlights the consequences of using spiritual beliefs as tools for political agendas, shedding light on the broader impact on societies grappling with division and conflict.

Exploring the tension between aspirations for perfection and the reality of human imperfection, the book delves into themes of suffering and justice. Through twenty-one concise chapters, it examines how this awareness fuels the quest for freedom and self-determination. The author reflects on contemporary issues such as the God debate, ethnic conflicts, and personal identity, highlighting the complexities of striving for an ideal amidst the challenges of imperfection.

The book explores the crisis of fragmentation and incoherence stemming from secularism, analyzing the works of Spinoza and van Gogh to illustrate this phenomenon. It delves into how traditional religious values can be reinterpreted to remain effective while still respecting the advancements achieved through secular thought. This examination offers a nuanced perspective on the relationship between secularism and spirituality in contemporary society.

A Straightforward Guide to Getting The Best Out of Your Retirement Revised Edition is a companion volume to Planning For Retirement and outlines all of the many possibilities and opportunities open to those people who have reached retirement age and beyond who need a clear picture of what they can obtain and access, including different levels of care, plus possible employment opportunities and also the role of different organisations.

A Straightforward Guide to Planning for Retirement - Managing Retirement Finances, Revised Edition demonstrates clearly how those of retirement age and beyond can maximise their income and so Enjoy their retirement. Whilst it has always been important to plan for Retirement, it is now more crucial than ever, to ensure that people understand the opportunities available to them, particularly following problems caused by COVID 19. This book demonstrates clearly the growth areas and also the areas to avoid.

"An original man is governed by none other than himself and the choices he makes. The men in this book hold a reputation for being peculiar, odd, or special - they are all true originals as displayed by their contributions to the arts, sports and politics. Loosely labelled artist, heroes, libertines and stylists, these men have shaped the world we live in and inspire us to lead less ordinary lives ourselves ... Grant has compiled a collection of portraits of men who go beyond a veneer of stylish attire to wring every last drop out of life with their actions, thoughts and words"--Publisher's description.

A Straightforward Guide to Pensions and the Pensions Industry is a concise guide to the changing world of pensions and the pensions industry as a whole. People who are now confused by the many and varied pensions on offer and also bewildered by the sheer number of providers will be enlightened by this comprehensive guide. The book will also shed light on the current climate where uncertainty concerning pensions and annuities is prevalent. In particular changes to retirement ages will be highlighted.

A Straightforward Guide to Pensions and the Pensions Industry is a concise guide to the changing world of pensions and the pensions industry as a whole, updated to 2019. People who are now confused by the many and varied pensions on offer and also bewildered by the sheer number of providers will be enlightened by this comprehensive guide. The book will also shed light on the current climate where uncertainty concerning pensions and annuities is prevalent. In particular changes to retirement ages will be highlighted.

Combining literary criticism and theory with anthropology and cognitive science, this highly relevant book argues that we are fundamentally shaped by dialogue. It looks athow dialogue connects the personal, political and religious dimensions of human experience and how literacy is being eroded by advances in digital technology

A Straightforward Guide to Getting the Best Out of Your Retirement Revised Edition (2023) is a companion volume to Planning for Retirement and outlines all of the many possibilities and opportunities open to those people who have reached retirement age and beyond who need a clear picture of what they can obtain and access, including different levels of care, plus possible employment opportunities and also the role of different organisations. The ongoing situation relating to COVID 19 is also discussed. s